Chief Executive - Patrick Brockie
Patrick Brockie, a chartered accountant, joined CRL Ltd as its Chief Financial Officer and replaced Dr Sean Sweeney as CEO in 2024.
Mr Brockie’s career is extensive.
He has held senior management positions in the banking sector and spent significant time working in Asia and the United Kingdom.
Mr Brockie also has significant infrastructure experience including having worked on City Rail Link since 2019.
He started his career with NZ Railways Corporation, is a former Chair of Infrastructure New Zealand, and a trustee for World Vision New Zealand.
City Rail Link Ltd’s Chair, John Bridgman, in announcing Patrick’s appointment as Chief Executive, said Patrick’s knowledge of CRL’s complexities and challenges were underscored by his passion for the project.
Dr Sweeney left for Ireland to head construction of a metro rail tunnel project in Dublin. He is now CEO of NSW’s Inland Rail.
The Executive Team
Wayne Cooney – Systems Director
Patrick Brockie – Chief Executive Officer
Peter Cunningham - General Manager Project Handover
Emma Kurtovich – General Counsel and Company Secretary
Sarah Hampton – Head of People and Capability
Victoria Thackwray – GM Corporate Relations & Communications
Russell McMullan – General Manager Assurance and Integration
Nicola Mills – Chief Financial Officer
John Humphrey - Commercial Lead
Sumi Eratne – Programme Delivery Director
